Keziah

At a Glance: Name: Keziah – Meaning: cassia (a fragrant spice tree) – Origin: Hebrew – Gender: Girl – Pronunciation: kuh-ZY-uh

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Keziah is a Hebrew name meaning cassia, the fragrant spice tree, and it's pronounced kuh-ZY-uh. It carries a bohemian, outdoorsy, nature-inspired feel that fits parents drawn to names rooted in the natural world. If you're researching it for a baby name list, that spice-tree meaning and Hebrew origin are the two solid facts to anchor on.

Meaning & Origin of Keziah

Meaning: Cassia (a fragrant spice tree).

Origin: Hebrew.

Source: Wiktionary.

How to Pronounce Keziah

Phonetic: kuh-ZY-uh   IPA: /kəˈzaɪə/

Popularity of Keziah

In Social Security data going back to 1972, Keziah has never ranked higher than #865, a mark it just reached in 2024 with 311 babies given the name — its best showing on record so far.

Source: U.S. Social Security Administration birth-name data, 1972–2024.

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FAQ

What does the name Keziah mean?

Cassia (a fragrant spice tree). (Source: Wiktionary, https://en.wiktionary.org/wiki/Keziah)

How do you pronounce Keziah?

Keziah is pronounced kuh-ZY-uh (IPA: /kəˈzaɪə/).

Is Keziah a popular name right now?

Keziah is at its highest recorded popularity right now, ranked #865 in 2024. (U.S. Social Security Administration data, 1972–2024.)

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